Driver in chase takes own life

THE DELTA - A man shot and killed himself after leading California Highway Patrol officers on a chase, the CHP said Saturday.

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THE DELTA - A man shot and killed himself after leading California Highway Patrol officers on a chase, the CHP said Saturday.

About 8 p.m. Friday, a CHP officer heading east on Highway 12 saw a gold-colored Dodge Ram pickup heading in the opposite direction.

One of the headlights on the pickup was out, so the officer turned around and came up behind the truck and attempted to stop it.

The truck stopped along the north shoulder of the highway, and the officer made contact with the driver, who showed signs of intoxication, the CHP said.

When asked to get out of the truck, the driver instead drove off along the highway, the CHP said. The officer got back in the patrol car and a chase ensued at speeds of 50 to 60 mph.

The driver of the pickup turned right onto Brannan Island Road and headed north before stopping in a parking area. The driver then used a gun that was already in his possession to shoot himself, authorities said.

He died at the scene from that wound, CHP said.

The man's name was not released pending notification of next of kin. His age and city of residence were not available.

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